Unikátny obrazový sprievodca históriou módnej značky Gucci V roku 2021 uplynulo sto rokov, odkedy si Guccio Gucci splnil vytúžený sen a vo Florencii otvoril rovnomennú predajňu luxusných kožených výrobkov. V predchádzajúcom storočí spoločnosť prekonala mnohé výzvy. Dokázala sa však niekoľko ráz pretvoriť a nielen prežiť, ale dokonca aj prekvitať. Pôvodným snom Guccia Gucciho bolo vyrábať kvalitné kožené

Through the turbulent passage of time, graphic design?with its vivid, neat synthesis of image and idea?has distilled the spirit of each age. Surrounding us every minute of every day, from minimalist packaging to colorful adverts, smart environmental graphics to sleek interfaces: graphic design is as much about transmitting information as it is about reflecting society’s cultural aspirations and values.

The first monograph on a digital art phenomenon As one of the originators of the current \"everyday\" movement in 3D graphics, Mike Winkelmann has been creating a picture every day-from start to finish-and posting it online for more than ten years, without ever missing a single day. In doing that, he built an incredible community of fans, becoming one the biggest visual artists on social media, with

Synonymous with high-octane glamour, opulent sexuality, and fearless fashion, Tom Ford is an iconic designer whose namesake label has devout followers across the globe, from Milan and New Delhi to Shanghai and New York. Seventeen years after his best-selling debut book Tom Ford (2004), which detailed his time as creative director for the Italian label Gucci, this second volume is a visual ode to Ford

For the first time, eight collectable, pocket-sized fashion books in one set. Containing the stories of eight legendary fashion houses, this beautiful box holds the best-selling fashion style guides. Exploring eight designers who exemplify elegance and high couture, the little books of fashion follow these brands from their creation, moving through their style evolutions, the key looks that define

According to the cliche, California is the place where anything goes and everyone does their own thing. Maybe that\'s because everyone knows that in California there\'s no terra firma: earthquakes, mudslides, fires, and the occasional civil uprising cause constant upheaval and change. It is also legendary as fertile ground for creativity, freedom, and social consciousness, where the status quo undergoes

Examines every aspect of airline style, from the company liveries and interior designs of planes to advertising, haute couture and airborne haute cuisine. Divided into four sections covering fashion, food, interior design and identity, this book shows how airborne culture has changed since the 1920s.

The projects in this book convey the ingenuity and skill of architects and designers who create interesting but smaller-sized living environments. These spaces suggest urban lifestyles which, while not typical, seek to maintain basic standards of quality and comfort. The designs of these environments are the result of a search for superior functional flexibility that makes the most of every inch of

What Men Wear is an oral history of male dressing in the 21st century from the makers of Fantastic Man. Three years ago the biannual style magazine set out to investigate the ins and outs of men’s wardrobe habits through an online series of interviews named Questionnaire. First question: What garment is key to your personal style? From there, a riveting series of insightful testimonials, often hilarious

The ultimate collection of the most innovative, beautiful, and influential products ever designed - now fully up to date From the paper clip to the Eames Lounge Chair, the hundreds of everyday objects included in The Design Book span the last five centuries and shape our society in indelible ways. This extraordinary collection includes classic pieces by Breuer, Le Corbusier, and Castiglioni as well

This is Dieter Rams’s 808-page book about his work, back in print in its original form with a PVC softcover and slipcase. The relevance of famous Braun designer Dieter Rams in ­modern design remains unbroken. In his more than 40 years at Braun, Rams established himself as one of the most influential designers of the twentieth century. True to the principle of “less but better” his elegantly clear visual

This book is bursting with some of today\'s most original and impressive work in the field of shop design. Leading designers and architects showcase their finest projects to create a dazzling compendium of ideas full of imagination, while at the same time intelligently designed for a specific purpose: to sell the products. Explanatory texts accompany striking, full-colour photographs which highlight

This stylish publication celebrates the impact Scandinavian culture has had internationally on art, design, fashion, food and interiors, and seeks out those creatives and tastemakers who are currently making their mark on the world stage. Following an introduction by the author providing an overview of hygge (and its antithesis, uhygge) and its place in the Nordic mindset, the book is divided into

Crafty casing. The best in international package design. Packaging is a highly underrated art form. As the first thing a consumer sees when looking at a product, the packaging can make or break a sale. Every year, the Pentawards celebrate the art of the package by presenting awards to designs from around the world. Designers compete in five main categories-beverages, food, body, luxury, and other markets

Druhý ediční svazek Ad Akta se zabývá tématy, která historizují či kontextualizují moderní a postmoderní umělecké dění. Otištěné texty se věnují rozličným okruhům z dějin a teorie umění, počínaje osobou a dílem výtvarného kritika a teoretika Jiřího Padrty (Hanka Sládková) či vývojem a užitím plastů v československém designu (Anna Lískovcová) přes rodinnou amatérskou fotografii (Jindra Tichá), československou

We are bombarded by perfect interiors, images that aren\'t attainable because they have been styled to the point where they bear no resemblance to reality. These interiors may be stunning, but they aren\'t an honest reflection of how we really live and I think they make us feel bad about our own less-than-perfect homes. Life Unstyled is about taking inspiration from real homes that are beautiful, creative

In Perfect French Country Ros Byam Shaw celebrates relaxed rural France at its finest, visiting timeless and beautiful French country homes that feature ancient beams and stone fireplaces, panelled rooms and attics under steeply-pitched pantiles. In a busy modern world that seems increasingly overcrowded and monopolized by technology, the allure of the \'good life\' is more potent than ever. As an

Shoes fascinate women of all ages and have the power to crystallize a moment in fashion. In Vogue: The Shoe, Harriet Quick has curated more than 300 fabulous images from a century of British Vogue, featuring remarkable styles that range from the humble clog to exquisite hand-embroidered haute couture stilettoes via fetishistic cuissardes and outrageous statement heels. The images are grouped into five

Make geometric figures yourselfEveryone loves surprises, and in this book the magic of Escher s work is revealed in three dimensions. Use the perforated cards to make your own beautifully decorated geometric shapes. Forms of stunning symmetry and regularity are created when you combine geometry with Escher s art.\"

This book will help you design media that engages, entertains, communicates and \'sticks\' with the audience. Packed with examples of groundbreaking interactive design, this book provides a solid introduction to the principles of interactive communication and detailed case studies from world-leading industry experts. The Fundamentals of Interactive Design takes you step by step through each stage of